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Category: Personal Finances
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6 Simple Ways To Save
Posted on February 26, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, General, Personal Finances, Savings
Finding new and exciting ways to save can prove tricky. We’ve all heard of making a list before grocery shopping and sticking to it, as well as cutting cable and dropping unused gym memberships. Fairfax State Savings Bank has put together some tried, trusted and simple ways to save to get your financial game back on track!
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Why Choose a Local Bank?
Posted on February 26, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Community, General, Personal Finances, Savings
Whether in bustling cities or the rural Midwest, community banks improve lives in the communities they serve. This seems to be a popular notion across the nation, as can be seen by their large local support. According to the ICBA, community banks make up 96 percent of all banking institutions in the country. They are successful because they work and are a positive light in the community.
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Money Savings Tips to Keep Your Finances On Track
Posted on February 26, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings
Does it seem like your savings plan always becomes derailed? Starting too big or having unrealistic goals can prove faulty. Once you do have some money saved, it may be difficult to know what to do with all of it - leaving you wondering where to go from there. Luckily, we have compiled a list of simple saving guidelines to keep your finances on track.
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5 To-Dos Before Buying a Home
Posted on January 24, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Consumer Loans, Mortgages, Personal Finances, Personal Loans, Savings
Are you about to begin the hunt for your future home? We understand that the home buying process can become overwhelming, which is why we’d like to offer you a little insight. Start your home buying journey off right by completing this checklist!
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Saving for Retirement: How Much Is Enough?
Posted on January 24, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Retirement, Savings
Over the years, we put away money for important events such as a baby, college tuition, a new car or house. Those tangible items make it worth the amount we set aside. However, retirement is a harder concept to grasp, as it is far off into the future. For this reason, we wanted to help shed some light on how much is actually enough when saving for retirement.
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6 Steps To Improve Your Finances
Posted on January 24, 2019
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings
Staying on top of your finances can prove challenging, especially when bills, debt, daily expenses and saving come into play. Finding your way to financial freedom takes time which is why Fairfax State Savings Bank has compiled a few steps you can take to improve your finances.
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Holiday Savings Plan
Posted on October 18, 2018
Categories: Budgeting, General, Personal Finances, Savings, Seasonal
The holidays are among us, but have you put together a savings plan? With all of the expenses hitting you at once, it’s important to have a plan of action. With the below tips and tricks, we believe you can keep your holiday shopping merry and bright.
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5 Fun Money Challenges to Try
Posted on October 18, 2018
Categories: Budgeting, General, Personal Finances, Savings
Finding different ways to save can be tough, however, we want to encourage you to stay on track and jumpstart your finances. With these fun money challenges, you can push yourself to become the savvy saver we know you can be!
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Money Management for Middle Schoolers
Posted on September 18, 2018
Categories: Budgeting, General, Personal Finances, Savings
It is never too early to start teaching your children about money management. Research has shown that there has been a decrease in understanding finances and how to manage money in America’s youth. Teaching your children how to manage their money leads them to becoming financially responsible adults. Below are 5 money management tips you can use to teach financial literacy in your home.
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Jumpstarting Your Child’s Tuition Savings: How Much to Save
Posted on August 20, 2018
Categories: Budgeting, Financial Education, General, Personal Finances, Personal Loans, Savings
You only want the best for your child - but how much is the best? Figuring out the amount of money to begin putting away for your child’s tuition can be tough. Yes, they will be able to contribute, but it doesn’t hurt to help your baby get the educational future they deserve. That’s why Fairfax State Savings Bank offers some insight on what funds you should begin putting towards your child’s education today!